Norry

Bamboo Train & Transportation in Battambang

Called "norry" by
the locals, the bamboo train is a unique and
creative form of transport. It consists of a small motorcycle
engine-powered bamboo platform that rides on the railway tracks
picking up and dropping off passengers, cargo, animals and
motorcycles along the way. When it meets another bamboo train
coming the other way the least laden train can be disassembled and
taken off the rails in a minute or two allowing the other to pass.
It is then reassembled and the journey can continue. The rail
tracks are in a pretty poor shape and there are very few "normal"
trains operating these days. Virtually all visitors to Battambang
have a go on the bamboo train - it is an unforgettable experience
and best done in the early evening when the sun isn't so high.
Catch it while you can as plans are afoot to upgrade the line and
introduce a more conventional train service!